Lenses, Eyeglass Frames, and Common Questions from Curious Patients
Posted on: 23 October 2018
More than six out of every ten people wear glasses or contact lenses to help them see. If you are one of these people, you will spend a lot of time thinking about things like lenses and frames. No matter how long you have eyeglasses, it is always a little surprising to see how many different options there are for frames, lenses, and even repairs when you break your frames. Take a look at some of the most common questions from curious patients about lenses and frames.
What are progressive lenses and can they work with any frame?
Progressive lenses are basically multi-focal lenses, such as bifocals and trifocals, that are implemented into a lense in a seamless fashion. The difference between these lenses and usual bifocals or trifocals is you will not see any noticeable lines in the lenses like you normally would. Most of the time, progressive lenses will work with just about any frame. However, progressive lenses can be a little thicker than usual eyeglasses, so the lenses may not pair well with frames that have a thinner design, such as skinny metal eyeglass frames or frames that are designed to look frameless from a frontward perspective.
Can you put any type of lenses into any eyeglass frame?
Most of the time, the answer to this question is yes. You should be able to pick out just about any frame that you like and have your prescription lenses added to those frames. However, there are a few exceptions to the rule. For example, you may not be able to:
- Use old lenses in a new set of frames
- Pick frames from one place and lenses from somewhere else
- Fit really thick lenses in every type of frame
Is it better to have broken eyeglass frames repaired than replaced?
When eyeglass frames brake, it is usually at one of three points: the bridge of the nose, the hinged earpieces, or around the lens. Most of the time, eyeglass frames can be repaired using epoxy (a highly resilient glue) or other processes. However, there are some situations when it is better to have the frames replaced. For example, if the frames break at the bridge of the nose, it can be difficult for the repair technician to mend the bridge without compromising how the glasses line up on your face. Therefore, it would be best to replace glasses frames that have a broken bridge.
For more information, contact an eyeglass frames store near you. Their technicians can answer any more questions you may have.
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